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October 3, 2024 at 2:02 AM
Maui officials reveal the cause of deadly Lahaina wildfire
A report from the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives found that broken power lines caused the deadly August 2023 wildfire in Maui.
October 3, 2024 at 2:02 AM
October 2, 2024 at 4:55 PM
Teen survivor of Tubbs Fire sounds alarm on mental health effects of climate change
While the physical scars of climate disasters may be obvious, the invisible wounds often cut just as deep.
October 2, 2024 at 4:55 PM
October 1, 2024 at 8:06 PM
Wildfires in California have burned 1 million acres so far this year
Spiking temperatures added to the challenges facing firefighters struggling to contain a stubborn Southern California wildfire, as the total acres burned in the state this year surpassed 1 million
October 1, 2024 at 8:06 PM
September 27, 2024 at 8:46 PM
A man trying to cremate his dog sparked a wildfire in Colorado, authorities say
Wildfire investigators looking for the cause of blaze in western Colorado last month discovered the partially burned remains of a dog — leading to the conclusion that a man’s attempted cremation of his pet sparked a fire that destroyed one home
September 27, 2024 at 8:46 PM
September 27, 2024 at 1:58 AM
Hawaii Supreme Court agrees to weigh in on issues holding up $4B wildfire settlement
Hawaii’s Supreme Court will consider questions about issues that threaten to thwart a $4 billion settlement in last year’s devastating Maui wildfires
September 27, 2024 at 1:58 AM
September 22, 2024 at 8:51 PM
Cal Fire employee arrested accused of off-duty arson
Robert Hernandez, 38, was arrested Friday under the suspicion of setting five fires while off duty.
September 22, 2024 at 8:51 PM
September 21, 2024 at 10:24 PM
California firefighter arrested in connection with starting 5 fires
A Cal Fire employee was arrested Friday for allegedly igniting five fires in August and September, investigators allege.
September 21, 2024 at 10:24 PM
September 21, 2024 at 12:46 AM
8 firefighters hospitalized after fire truck crash on Southern California freeway
Eight firefighters, including two critically, were injured when their fire truck rolled over after battling the Airport Fire wildfire during a 12-hour shift in Southern California.
September 21, 2024 at 12:46 AM
September 20, 2024 at 10:20 PM
8 firefighters hurt, 2 critically, in rollover crash while returning from wildfire
Eight firefighters were injured when the fire truck they were driving in rolled over as it returned from battling the Airport Fire wildfire in Southern California.
September 20, 2024 at 10:20 PM
September 19, 2024 at 11:01 AM
Firefighters nearing victory in battle against 3 massive wildfires near Los Angeles
Firefighters are nearing victory in the battles against three major wildfires near Los Angeles.
September 19, 2024 at 11:01 AM
September 15, 2024 at 3:12 PM
California Wildfires updates: Firefighters score success in containment battle
Firefighting teams in southern California have made significant progress battling three major wildfires thanks to cooler and wetter weather, authorities said.
September 15, 2024 at 3:12 PM
September 14, 2024 at 9:17 PM
What officials say is causing the record-breaking wildfires in Brazil
A series of record-breaking wildfires are currently burning in several regions in Brazil, threatening residents and some of the most important ecological systems.
September 14, 2024 at 9:17 PM
September 13, 2024 at 2:27 PM
State of emergency as wildfires rage in California
Tens of thousands of people in Southern California are faced with tragedy as three major wildfires wreak havoc.
September 13, 2024 at 2:27 PM
September 13, 2024 at 10:55 AM
California Bridge Fire updates: Cooler weather slows wildfire's growth
Thousands of firefighting personnel were battling early on Friday a wholly uncontained wildfire spread over some 51,000 acres in the steep mountains north of Los Angeles.
September 13, 2024 at 10:55 AM
September 13, 2024 at 12:58 AM
California Bridge Fire updates: Newsom expands emergency due to 'extreme behavior'
The Bridge Fire straddling Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties is now the largest wildfire in California, as authorities battle several large blazes.
September 13, 2024 at 12:58 AM
September 12, 2024 at 11:46 PM
California firefighters hope slowing winds will reduce wildfire spread
With cooler weather, firefighters race to get 3 massive wildfires under control.
September 12, 2024 at 11:46 PM
September 12, 2024 at 3:45 PM
California wildfires burning out of control
CAL FIRE Battalion Chief Brent Pascua discusses how changing weather could impact the ongoing firefight and what training they are providing that could help.
September 12, 2024 at 3:45 PM
September 12, 2024 at 2:00 PM
Southern California under siege as wildfires rage near Los Angeles
Counties in Southern California are under a state of emergency after forceful wildfires scorched over 100,000 acres near Los Angeles.
September 12, 2024 at 2:00 PM
September 12, 2024 at 1:01 PM
Bridge Fire becomes largest active wildfire in the state
ABC News’ Melissa Adan reports from Wrightwood, where the massive 49,000 acre wildfire has destroyed more than two dozen homes.
September 12, 2024 at 1:01 PM
September 12, 2024 at 5:54 AM
3 massive wildfires burn around Southern California, forcing mass evacuations
The largest blaze, the Bridge Fire east of the city, has destroyed homes and threatened thousands of buildings in the area. Several people were also trapped by the fire.
September 12, 2024 at 5:54 AM
September 12, 2024 at 1:33 AM
California Line Fire updates: Gov. Newsom declares state of emergency
The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department arrested a man Tuesday in connection with the Line Fire ravaging southern California since Sept. 5.
September 12, 2024 at 1:33 AM
September 11, 2024 at 2:53 PM
Multiple wildfires rage in Southern California
Thousands of residents have been forced to flee their homes as fast-spreading wildfires rage near Los Angeles.
September 11, 2024 at 2:53 PM
September 11, 2024 at 2:42 AM
National Guard deployed to help fight raging California fire threatening homes
Firefighting teams battling the Southern California Line Fire achieved 5% containment of the blaze Monday night, with 23,714 acres burned.
September 11, 2024 at 2:42 AM
September 11, 2024 at 12:01 AM
California wildfires worsen, threatening 65,000 homes and businesses
The fires' rapid growth has been fueled by California's warmest summer on record and shifting winds. A new fire threatens radio and cell towers critical to fighting the blaze.
September 11, 2024 at 12:01 AM
September 10, 2024 at 10:08 PM
Orange County wildfire engulfs more than 9,000 acres in California
The Airport Fire broke out Monday afternoon in Orange County, California, prompting the evacuations of more than 1,400 homes, according to Cal Fire. As of Tuesday, it had burned over 9,000 acres.
September 10, 2024 at 10:08 PM
September 10, 2024 at 2:22 PM
Thousands of buildings threatened by California wildfires
Over 36,000 structures in San Bernardino County, California, are now threatened by wildfires, prompting the governor to declare a state of emergency.
September 10, 2024 at 2:22 PM
September 10, 2024 at 11:56 AM
'Out of control' fires ravage the Amazon region
Wildfires in the Amazon are choking swaths of South America with smoke, leading to evacuations, school closures, canceled flights and a threat to plant and animal life.
September 10, 2024 at 11:56 AM
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Southern California's Line wildfire surpasses 21,000 acres, forces evacuation orders
The wildfire east of Los Angeles has been burning since Sept. 5, with emergency officials warning that more than 36,000 buildings are in danger.
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Southern California's Line wildfire surpasses 21,000 acres amid evacuation orders
The wildfire tearing through Southern California’s San Bernardino County is now endangering more than 36,000 structures, according to emergency officials.
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Wildfire burning out of control in southern California
ABC News' Zohreen Shah reports on the race to contain a wildfire threatening tens of thousands of structures and prompting evacuations 65 miles east of Los Angeles.
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More than 35,000 structures threatened by wildfire burning east of Los Angeles
Officials in San Bernardino County, California, issued an evacuation after a brush fire spread to more than 7,000 acres.
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Explosive California wildfire forces hundreds of evacuations
The so-called Line Fire grew to over 17,000 acres as multiple departments tried to bring the fire under control.
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Man hit with arson charges in California blaze that destroyed 26 homes and businesses
A 26-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of starting a massive Northern California wildfire in July that destroyed 26 homes and businesses.
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Artificial intelligence has 'revolutionized' modern firefighting: Here's how
This year alone, California has battled over 5,500 wildfires, according to Cal Fire.
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As Park Fire rages on, anxieties run high over memories of 2018 Camp Fire
For some, any fire can leave people on edge, community members say
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Maui wildfires force community to take action in year after fatal tragedy
Activists in Lahaina on Maui made strides after deadly wildfires in August 2023.
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Greece wildfires force more than 30,000 to flee
The blaze has killed at least one person and forced residents of Athens suburbs out of their homes. The wildfire, which has been raging since Sunday, is the largest the country has seen this year.
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Greece wildfire races toward Athens, forces mass evacuations
More than 30,000 people have left their homes in the Greek capital.
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Wildfire spreads near Athens amid scorching temperatures
Two firefighters were injured while battling the fire near Athens.
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How West Maui has recovered in the year since the devastating wildfires
Thursday marks one year since the start of the devastating wildfires in West Maui that left 100 people dead or missing.
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Helping hands in Hawaii: Beyond the poolside Mai Tai
Last August, deadly wildfires tore through Maui and laid bare the deep tensions that can exist between visitors and the local community..
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How to help survivors of the 2023 wildfires on Maui
Last year’s devastating wildfires on Maui were the deadliest in modern United States history, claiming over 100 lives.
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How Maui’s marine ecosystem is doing 1 year after wildfires
Scientists still don't understand the full extent of the damage the Maui wildfires did to the corals and marine ecosystem off the west coast of the island.
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How the marine ecosystem in Maui is faring 1 year after the wildfires
Scientists still don't understand the full extent of the damage the Maui wildfires did to the corals and marine ecosystem off the west coast of the island.
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Maui rebuilds 1 year after devastating wildfires
ABC News’ Becky Worley reports from Maui as the community comes together one year after the wildfires that killed 100 people.
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Biden reflects on deadly Maui fire, saying community shows 'strength and resilience'
President Joe Biden penned a letter to commemorate one year since the fatal fires in Maui.
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Edgehill Fire forces evacuations as it spreads through Southern California
Residents east of Los Angeles were left to pick up the pieces after a fast-moving brush fire tore through a San Bernardino neighborhood.
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Fire engulfs homes in Southern California
The fast moving wildfire continues to burn east of Los Angeles.
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California Park Fire now 30% contained
Fire crews reported progress in fighting the Northern California Park Fire thanks to some wet weather.
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Maui wildfire settlement
Seven defendants are paying plaintiffs more than $4 billion for the fire that killed 102 people and displaced thousands in the town of Lahaina.
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